The Best Kids Swimsuits, Rash Guards, Sun Hats, and Other Beachwear
by Kalee Thompson
Time at the beach, lake, or pool is more fun for everyone with kids outfitted in comfortable, protective swimsuits, rash guards, sun hats, and more.
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The Best Bath Towel
by Jackie Reeve
We’ve researched hundreds of towels and tested dozens, and the Frontgate Resort Collection Bath Towel is the softest, warmest, and most durable towel we’ve found.
The Best Gas Grills
by Tim Heffernan, Lesley Stockton, and Michael Sullivan
We’ve tested eight grills since 2017. The Weber Spirit II E-310 is our top pick for its durability, ease of use, and great value.
How to Clean Your Keyboard and Mouse
by Kimber Streams
Dust, skin particles, and hand oils will eventually accumulate on a keyboard and mouse. Here’s how we clean them.
The Best Sheets
by Christine Cyr Clisset
After years of researching bedsheets—from cotton to flannel and everything in between—we’ve found the best sets no matter what your preference.
Electronics
The Best E-Reader
by Caitlin McGarry and Nick Guy
Amazon’s cheapest Kindle is the best way to read ebooks—whether you buy them from Amazon’s well-stocked store or check them out from the library.
The Best Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds
by Lauren Dragan
The Soundcore Space A40 true wireless earbuds perform so well it’s hard to believe they’re so affordable.
The Best Portable Mini Projector
by Adrienne Maxwell
A portable mini projector doesn’t perform as well as a good TV or home-theater projector, but the Nebula Mars 3 Air ably blends performance and convenience.
Sleep
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The Best Blackout and Room-Darkening Curtains
by Dorie Chevlen
We researched and tested dozens of blackout and room-darkening curtains and found the best ones for blocking out light, so you can sleep.
The Best Alarm Clocks
by Gregory Han
We found the best alarm clocks for all kinds of spaces, from analog and digital ones to smart alarms that gradually wake you up.
The Best Sunrise Alarm Clock
by Joanne Chen and Annie Chou
We’ve tested over a dozen sunrise alarm clocks to find those with bright lights, soothing dawn and dusk simulations, and sleek designs.
The Best Hybrid Mattresses
by Caira Blackwell
Part coil, part foam, hybrid mattresses have a range of feels. Here are our favorites, plus what you need to know to find one that’s right for you.
Kitchen
The Best Dishwashers
by Andrea Barnes
We stress-tested 12 dishwashers and continue to recommend the Bosch 300 Series for its strong cleaning performance, features, and reliability for the price.
The Best Electric Kettle
by Anna Shults Held, Sarah Zorn, and Michael Sullivan
Through multiple rounds of testing since 2013, the Cuisinart CPK-17 has remained our favorite electric kettle. It’s fast, accurate, and easy to use—all at a great price.
The Best Stand Mixer
by Mace Dent Johnson
We’ve baked dozens of cakes and hundreds of cookies and even taken apart a few stand mixers to find the best options for baking and beyond.
Appliances
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With Air Conditioners, Bigger Could Actually Be Worse
by Thom Dunn
We tested multiple sizes and types of air conditioners to confirm: A too-big AC can’t balance heat and humidity.
The Best Robot Vacuums
by Sabine Heinlein
Robot vacuums never get bored or tired, so with little effort on your part, they can keep your floors consistently tidy.
The Best Vacuum Cleaners
by Sabine Heinlein
For a dependable, versatile, and affordable cleaner, we prefer a bagless upright, but we have recommendations for other types of vacuums as well.
Gifts
The 8 Best Sympathy Gifts
by Samantha Schoech
These sweet reminders, small pick-me-ups, and comforting edibles can lend comfort in times of loss.
The 27 Best Gifts for 10-Year-Olds
by Ellen Lee and Wirecutter Staff
Many 10-year-olds are on the brink of teenage-dom, and value their friendships, independence, and personal passions.
The 27 Best Gifts for 9-Year-Olds
by Ellen Lee and Wirecutter Staff
Many 9-year-olds can take on grown-up activities—like baking and sewing—and use grown-up tools.
Outdoors
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The Best Hiking Socks
by Ebony Roberts
After hiking 160 miles in 18 pairs of hiking socks, we chose the men’s and women’s Darn Tough Light Hiker Micro Crew as the best hiking socks for most people.
The Best First Aid Kit for Hiking and the Outdoors
by Kyle Fitzgerald
After 22 hours of researching and testing 12 wilderness first aid kits, we think Adventure Medical Kits’s Mountain Series Backpacker Kit is best for most weekend warriors.
The Best First Pedal Bike
by Laura Motley
Learning to ride a bike is a rite of passage. Depending on the bike, the process can be either unnecessarily frustrating or, well, like a ride in the park.
Wirecutter’s Summer of Giveaways
by Wirecutter Staff
Style
The Best Laptop Backpacks
by Zoe Vanderweide
A great laptop backpack protects your tech, is comfortable to carry, and looks good, too. These five bags are our favorites for wrangling your workday gear.
Do You Need a Purse for Your Water Bottle? Honestly, Maybe.
by Elissa Sanci
A water bottle carrier might seem like an unnecessary accessory, but the right one is a versatile multitasker.
We Love Levi’s Wedgie Jeans. Here’s How to Find the Perfect Pair for You.
by Rose Maura Lorre
Perhaps the only problem with Levi’s Wedgies, one of our top-pick women’s jeans, is that picking the right pair can be tricky. Here’s what to know before you buy.
Travel
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The Best Travel Carrier for Cats and Small Dogs
by Mel Plaut
How to keep your animal companion safe in transit in a car or plane.
The Best Carry-On Luggage
by Kit Dillon
After 10 years of airport dashes and overhead-compartment stashes, the Travelpro Platinum Elite is still the suitcase we want to carry.
The Best Duffle Bags
by Kit Dillon
After lugging 34 duffles through airports, to beaches, and on weekend trips, we chose six bags that’ll carry what you need carried in a range of scenarios.
The Best Travel Pillow
by Sabrina Imbler
After testing eight travel pillows on four red-eye flights in window, aisle, and middle seats, we think the Travelrest Ultimate is the best for most travelers.
Health and fitness
The Best Bath Bombs Are Lush Bath Bombs
by Nancy Redd
Bath bombs from Lush, whose co-founder invented the effervescent tub treats, are truly the bomb. We tried 15 less-expensive options, finding none could compete.
The Best Electric Toothbrush for Kids
by Nancy Redd
Kids don’t need an electric toothbrush to achieve good dental hygiene, though a smaller brush head and a built-in timer may help them brush better.
The Best Yoga Mats
by Seth Berkman
After testing 49 yoga mats and using our picks for years, we’ve determined it’s worth investing in a quality mat that will last. The JadeYoga Harmony Mat is our top pick.
Baby and kid
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The Best College Dorm Essentials
by Wirecutter Staff
Our favorite durable-but-not-too-expensive bedding, accessories, kitchen gear, and tools for your dorm room.
The Best Booster Car Seats
by Rebecca Gale
After researching over 50 booster car seats and testing 13, we’ve concluded that the convenient Chicco KidFit ClearTex Plus is the best overall choice.
The Best Labels for Kids School Gear and Clothing
by Lauren Sullivan
Customized labels are a cute and convenient way to help kids keep track of their own stuff—and get things back when they’re lost.
The Best Nursing Pillows
by Kerry Davis McGuinness
Nursing pillows come in a variety of shapes and sizes. These are the ones we love.
Pets
What’s the Best Vacuum for Pet Hair?
by Sabine Heinlein
We recommend six vacuums that have the tools, power, and maneuverability to tackle pet fur in your carpets, on your couch, or in your car.
The Best Chicken Coop and Accessories
by Jackie Reeve
The best prefab chicken coop, plus all the accessories and professional advice you need to start a small backyard flock.
How to Block Fireworks Noise for Adults, Kids, and Pets
by Rose Maura Lorre
Loud fireworks can be scary. Here’s how to keep yourself, your kids, and even your pets calm and stress-free.
Games and hobbies
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The Best Wearable Sleeping Bags to Keep You Warm
by Annemarie Conte
Wearable sleeping bags are the perfect way to keep your arms free and your core warm while hanging outside or even working a desk job in an underheated room.
The Best USB Microphones for Musicians and Podcasters
by Freddy Gerngross and Brent Butterworth
Monoprice’s Dark Matter Sentry is an excellent all-purpose USB microphone that sounds great, offers an array of features, and comes at an affordable price.
The Best Nintendo Switch and Switch Lite Accessories
by Haley Perry
Whether on the go or connected to your TV, accessories will make your Nintendo Switch experience easier and better.
I Can’t Get Enough of These Steel Tubs in My Garden
by Jackie Reeve
Behrens steel tubs lend flexibility and style to my garden. Mine have remained rust-free for three springs in the PNW, and are affordable enough to collect.
Software and apps
The Best Cloud Gaming Services Aren’t Great (Yet)
by Haley Perry
If you don’t have access to a gaming PC or console, game streaming services let you play some of the biggest games on your phone or browser—with trade-offs.
The Massive AT&T Data Breach Doesn’t Just Affect AT&T Customers. Here’s How to Protect Yourself.
by Max Eddy
If you called or texted with an AT&T number during this time, you should take certain steps.
The Best Password Managers
by Max Eddy
Everyone should use a password manager, and after researching dozens and testing six, we recommend 1Password because it’s secure and easy to use.
Office
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The Best Business Laptops
by Dave Gershgorn
An ultrabook is likely to be the best laptop for most people, but business laptops are easier to repair and have more ports.
The Best Lumbar Support Pillow
by Ayanna Redwood-Crawford
If you slouch while sitting at your desk for long periods or suffer from back pain after a long workday, a lumbar support pillow can make all the difference.
The Best Mobile Scanning Apps
by Ben Keough and Melanie Pinola
These free apps turn your phone into a scanner and produce high-quality PDFs, JPEGs, and text documents.
The Best All-in-One Printers
by Ben Keough and Kaitlyn Wells
The HP OfficeJet Pro 9015e is our favorite all-in-one thanks to its ease of use, great print quality, and low cost of operation.
Cars
The Best Car Vacuum
by Sabine Heinlein
We recommend four handheld vacuums that have helpful tools and the ability to reach into the nooks and crannies of a car.
The Best Electric Vehicle Chargers for Home
by Sarah Witman
After 28 hours of research and 85 hours of testing, we’ve found the best ways to charge your electric vehicle at home.
Cheap(ish) Things to Cool Down Your Hot, Stuffy Car
by Elissa Sanci
These affordable items can help you survive a hot car summer.
Money
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We’ve Found the 9 Best Deals Still Available for Walmart’s Anti Prime Day Sale.
by Kaitlin Mahar
Amazon’s 2024 Prime Day sale is July 16–17. But Walmart’s big sale is already here. We sifted through the Walmart Deals sale to find only the best discounts.
Some 4th of July Sales Are Still Going. These Are The Deals That Are Worth It.
by Dan Kim
Not every Fourth of July sale is worth it. We’ve rounded up the best sales on expert-recommended products.
Wirecutter’s 100 Most Popular Picks of June 2024
by Wirecutter Staff and Gabriella DePinho
These are the top 100 things our readers loved most in June, including portable chairs, air conditioners, stylish sun hats, and more.
21 Exclusive Deals on Wirecutter’s Favorite Summer Essentials, Luggage, and Clothes
by Dan Kim
Wirecutter’s Deals team is kicking off summer by bringing you exclusive savings on our favorite seasonal staples.